HRAWI To Host 20th Regional Convention on 8th & 9th October 2025 In Mumbai

• 75^th Platinum Jubilee Celebration To Take Place At The Iconic Taj Mahal Palace

Mumbai, July 22: The Hotel And Restaurant Association (Western India) – HRAWI has announced plans to host the 20^th edition of its Regional Convention on 8^th and 9^th October 2025 at the Crystal Room, The Taj Mahal Palace. Themed – ‘75 Years of Service, Solidarity, and Success’, the landmark event will also commemorate HRAWI’s 75th Platinum Jubilee Year, making it one of the most significant and symbolic milestones in the Association’s history. Returning to its hometown of Mumbai, the financial capital of India and a thriving hub of hospitality, the Convention will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, visionaries and key stakeholders to engage in high-impact discussions on the future of hospitality and tourism.

HRAWI has a long-standing legacy of hosting impactful conventions across destinations including Lavasa, Pune, Colombo and Nashik, as well as organizing Empowering Hospitality Conclave & Awards series in Pune, Ahmedabad, Nagpur and Nashik.

“This year’s Convention holds immense significance as it marks our Platinum Jubilee, a celebration of 75 glorious years of service to the industry. Hosting it at the iconic Taj Mahal Palace in Mumbai, where the journey of HRAWI first began under the guidance of the legendary J.R.D. Tata is a moment of pride, legacy and renewal. The tourism and hospitality sector is a key pillar in our vision of ‘Viksit Maharashtra 2047’, aligned with the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s national mission of ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’, and this Convention will spotlight the strategies, innovations and partnerships needed to power that ambition,” says Mr Jimmy Shaw, President, HRAWI.

The two-day convention will feature keynote addresses, expert-led business sessions and networking opportunities designed to promote meaningful dialogue and collaboration. Set against the vibrant cultural and business backdrop of Mumbai, the event promises a world-class experience for delegates and guests from across the region.

“The Convention is more than just a celebration; it’s a platform to chart the course for the next phase of hospitality in India. We invite all our members to participate in this landmark convention. Whether you are a restaurateur, hotelier, consultant or vendor, the convention will offer invaluable perspectives, tools and connections. We look forward to welcoming our fraternity to a city that embodies resilience, innovation and hospitality at its finest,” concludes Mr Shaw.

HRAWI includes a diverse range of hospitality brands, including Taj, Oberoi, ITC, Leela, Marriott, Radisson, IHG, Hyatt, Accor, Fern, Sarovar, Royal Orchid, Pride, Lemon Tree, Lords, as well as numerous standalone hotels and restaurants across Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Goa, and the Union Territories of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu.

About the Hotel And Restaurant Association (Western India) – HRAWI: -

The Hotel And Restaurant Association (Western India) – HRAWI is a 75 years old Association of Hotels and Restaurants in Western India. Its members include Restaurants and Hotels up to 5-Star Deluxe categories. With membership base spread across Western India, HRAWI covers Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Goa and Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, and is considered to be the voice of the Hospitality Industry. The association is part of the national body of the Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI), located in New Delhi, which was originally founded in Mumbai in 1950 by the late Mr J.R.D. Tata.